Bachelor of Veterinary Technology (BVetTech)
Information valid for students commencing 2016
Duration
3 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2016
Semester 1 (29 Feb, 2016)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
48
Program code
2387
Faculty
Teaching Location
Gatton
Delivery mode
Internal
AQF level
AQF level 7
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
How to applyEnquiries for Australian students
Faculty of Science
Email: enquire@science.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 5460 1276 or 1800 642 093 (Freecall)
Duration
3 Years full-time
Commencing 2016
Semester 1 (29 Feb, 2016)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
48
Program code
2387
Faculty
Teaching Location
Gatton
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English and either Maths A or Maths B View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 087886D
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.View the entry requirements for international students.
AQF level
AQF level 7
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004 Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Bachelor of Veterinary Technology?
Do you have a passion to work in Animal Health and Welfare? In the Bachelor of Veterinary Technology you will study animal handling, welfare and behaviour, clinical aspects of small and large animal health, veterinary surgical nursing principles, and veterinary practice management. As a veterinary technology student you will gain skills in routine laboratory and clinical support procedures including: veterinary radiography and diagnostic practices; anaesthesia; surgery; clinical pathology and pharmacology; nutrition; veterinary therapeutics; and animal reproduction. Students will also develop knowledge and professional skills in animal management, technology and welfare that can be used beyond the clinical setting, e.g. in the regulatory, industry, academic sectors.
What you can study
The first year of the program provides a solid biological science base, along with some discipline specific courses (Professional Studies, Animal Welfare, Behaviour and Handling) that allow immediate immersion in practical and professional aspects of training.
The second year of the program builds on the foundation courses and develops more discipline specific expertise in areas such as animal structure and function, pathology and infectious diseases, animal, biochemistry and animal technology.
The final year offers a series of clinically/professionally focused courses on animal health, medical and surgical practices, research and laboratory skills, animal therapeutics and infection control. During the final semester, you will participate in transition to practice courses and clinical rotations. You will also participate in industry placement programs in locations such as vet clinics, vet hospitals, wildlife parks, government agencies, welfare organisations, animal breeding enterprises and pharmaceutical companies.
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Veterinary Technology.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Dual degree programs for the Bachelor of Veterinary Technology
Honours
Honours is available as an additional year of study.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English and either Maths A or Maths B
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English and either Maths A or Maths B View the equivalent qualifications for International students.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 087886D
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Bachelor of Veterinary Technology
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Australian Mammal Society
- Australian Rangeland Society
- Australasian Society of Zoo Keeping
- Australasian Wildlife Management Society
- Ecological Society of Australia
- The Wildlife Society
- Veterinary Nurses Council of Australia
- Zoo Aquarium Association
Program rules for the Bachelor of Veterinary Technology
To complete the Bachelor of Veterinary Technology
To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelor of Veterinary Technology, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
Students will complete #48 in total, comprising:
- #20 for Part A;
- #12 for Part B; and
- #16 from Part C. Students must complete all courses from Part A, before commencing courses in Part B. No more than #24 of level 1 courses can be included in the program.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
